TRURO, N.S. —
It was -12C at 6:30 a.m., and today’s high is expected to be 3C, with sunshine and an overnight low of -7C.
Tomorrow’s forecast includes a high of 6C, with sunshine, and an overnight low of 0C, with showers or flurries.
High winds and rain are expected for Friday and Saturday.
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Today’s stories
Cobequid Educational Centre students staging Newsies
Fatal vehicle-pedestrian accident in Central Onslow
Pugwash man wanted by RCMP arrested in Amherst
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Missing Pet
Momma Kitty got outside on Friday and her family is searching for her.
She is a spayed female and belongs in a home in Central North River.
If you see her, please call 902-893-7968.
Tidal Times
The tidal bore will be coming in at 14 minutes past noon today
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20
Tax Help
March 20 – Community Volunteer Income Tax Program will be completing tax forms for low income persons at the Truro Library from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Call 896-4192 for appointment. Drop-ins welcome.
Al Anon
MARCH 20 – Cobequid Al Anon meets weekly on Wednesday evenings 7 to 8 p.m. at Douglas Street Rec Centre, Truro. For information contact Jane 902-890-0197.
Card Party
MARCH 20 – Card Party, Warwick Mountain Rec Club, 7 p.m.; $3 admission.
Dance
MARCH 20 – Dance in Salmon River Fire Hall, 7:30 p.m. Music by Countrified and others; shared lunch.
Butch’s Jam
MARCH 20 – At the Horseman's Club 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday night.
Grief Session
MARCH 20 – Lead With Your Heart, 7 p.m. at First United Church. “Grief … in all its forms” with Valerie Kingsbury; all are welcome.
Coffee House
MARCH 20 – Coffee House at Zion United Baptist Church, Truro, 454 Prince St., 1 to 3 p.m.; fun, great music from Bill Hill and his band; refreshments
THURSDAY, MARCH 21
Support Group
MARCH 21 – Truro Parkinson's Support group meets the third Thursday of the month, 2 to 4 p.m., Colchester-Easts Hants Regional Library. All are welcome and there is no cost.
Card Party
MARCH 21 – North Shore Seniors invites you play 45’s and crib at Roach Hall, Tatamagouche. First and third Thursday of the month, starting at 7 p.m.; 50/50, prizes and light lunch.
PROBUS Club
MARCH 21 – A club of active retirees who enjoy guest speakers and activity groups, PROBUS Club meets Truro Fire Hall, 9:30 a.m. Guest speaker is Ken Henderson, of Truro Concert Band. Guests welcome.
Spiritual Group
MARCH 21 – Guiding Light Spiritual Group meets every Thursday, 7 p.m., Douglas Street School room 12, 40 Douglas St., Truro.
Chase the Ace
March 21 – Chase the Ace Draw, Debert Legion, draw at 8:15 p.m.; doors open 6 p.m. for ticket sales, $3 each. Available at various venues. No need to be present to win.
Card Party
MARCH 21 – Auction 45 Card party every Thursday afternoon at 1 p.m. at the Bible Hill Fire Hall; sponsored by St. David's United Church. $5 charge with cash prizes, light snack.
Bingo
MARCH 21 – Bingo at the Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer St. at 1:30 p.m.
GRANS meeting
MARCH 21 – Grandparents’ Rights for Nova Scotia meeting, Sobeys community room, Robie Street, Truro, noon to 2 p.m. All are welcome.
FRIDAY, MARCH 22
Chowder Lunch
MARCH 22 - Immaculate Conception Parish, 669 Prince St. 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Corn chowder $8; fish chowder $10; includes roll, dessert, tea/coffee. Children under 12 free. Take out available, pick up only.
Dance
MARCH 22 – Seniors Old Time Dance, Douglas Street Recreation Centre, 2 p.m.; door prize, sponsored by Y Seniors Group; age 50 and older welcome; admission $6.
Supper
MARCH 22 – Debert Legion Friday Night Supper. Roast Pork, vegetables, dessert, tea/coffee. Adults $10; under-12 $5. Take-outs available. Wheelchair assessible.
Bonspiel
MARCH 22-24 – Annual John K. MacDonald Memorial Curling Bonspiel with 24 teams; buy tickets on prize tables, silent auction items; everyone welcome to attend.
SATURDAY, MARCH 23
Tax Help
March 23 – Community Volunteer Income Tax Program will be completing tax forms for low income persons at the Truro Library from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Call 896-4192 for appointment. Drop-ins welcome.
Auction/Supper
MARCH 23 – Annual Auction and Pot Luck Supper. Supper 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. with auction items on display and silent auction of gift certificates, etc. Live auction starts at 5:45 p.m.
Fish and Chips
March 23 – Fish and Chips Supper (while supplies last), 4 to 6 p.m.; dessert, tea/coffee included. $12 adults; $6 under-12. Five Islands Fire Hall; sponsored by Five Islands Fire Brigade.
Yard Sale
MARCH 23 – Annual Indoor Yard Sale, Valley United Church, 110 Salmon River Rd., 8 a.m. to noon. Information, call 902-897-4117.
Crib
MARCH 23 – Crib at the Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer St., at 1:30 p.m.
Crib
MARCH 23 – Tatamagouche legion. $20 per team (2). 1 p.m. Everyone welcome. Wheelchair accessible. Canteen services.
SUNDAY, MARCH 24
MARCH 24 – Country Gospel with Wayne Elliott and Friends at Londonderry Station Community Church (AKA The Thirsty Church) at 2 p.m. Everyone welcome, enjoy music, visiting friends, snacks. Free will donations.
